Enterprise Architecture Specialist

University of Newcastle; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking an Enterprise Architecture Specialist to spearhead the next phase of transformation. This full-time role is positioned at Callaghan campus and involves developing architecture blueprints, managing delivery strategies, and assessing technology frameworks. You will guide architectural standards and engage stakeholders to solve complex challenges while contributing to governance. Ideal candidates will be strategic thinkers with a strong focus on cost-effective solutions, ready to inspire change and innovation.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

17% super and salary packaging

Generous personal leave and parental leave

Discounts in health insurance and gym memberships

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Strong strategic vision and forward-thinking capabilities.
• Experience in driving transformational change in organizations.
• Ability to guide the design and evaluation of technology landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Architecture Blueprints aligned to strategic priorities.
• Plan and manage delivery of the EA roadmap guided by business needs.
• Assess digital technologies against the EA framework to maximize value.

Skills

Strategic vision

Forward-thinking

Cost-effective solution design

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

• An optimal position for a practical individual with strong strategic vision and forward-thinking capabilities.
• A genuinely supportive, “can-do” culture with a sustainable work/life balance
• Work in a dynamic, innovative environment with a team committed to continuous improvement
• This is an onsite role based at Callaghan, offering flexible arrangements.

Be challenged. Make an impact. Imagine with us.

We are seeking a highly skilled, influential, and solutions-focused Enterprise Architecture (EA) Specialist to help drive the University’s next phase of transformation. In this role, you will shape the enterprise-wide view of our business capabilities—spanning processes, information, systems, and enabling technologies—and translate that understanding into integrated strategies that deliver measurable outcomes.

You will guide the design of business focused, cost-effective, and strategically aligned technology landscapes. By defining architectural standards, assessing technology options, and stewarding stakeholder buy-in, you will provide clarity and direction for solving complex architecture challenges across the institution.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and maintain Architecture Blueprints aligned to the University’s strategic priorities.
• Plan and manage delivery of the EA roadmap, guided by business needs and digital strategies.
• Assess emerging and existing digital technologies against the EA framework to maximise value and minimise cost and risk.
• Own the architecture community of practise bringing together enterprise, business, experience, service and solution architecture practises.
• Lead the creation and continuous improvement of tools, structures, and processes for managing application and technology portfolios.
• Establish and maintain architectural standards and guardrails to support consistent, high-quality decision-making.
• Actively contribute to EA governance, ensuring alignment, transparency, and accountability.
• Analyse and advise on the financial implications of solution options.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities to leverage emerging technologies to meet current and future organisational needs.

This is a full-time, ongoing HEW 8 position, located at our Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world‑leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

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About the Unit

Digital Technology Solutions (DTS) is a leading provider of cutting‑edge, innovative, and cost‑effective digital solutions and services to our prestigious university. We strive to enable excellence in education, research & innovation, and support engagement with communities and partners. As a technology integrator, broker, trusted advisor, and innovator, DTS plays a crucial role in helping the university achieve its Looking Ahead Strategy.

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.

These include:

• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy)
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

If you’re ready to shape the strategic direction of a large and complex organisation—and influence how technology enables our mission—this is your opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.

Your next steps

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.

Your application must in include:

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed in the job description

To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

For specific position enquiries, please contact Marthin Du Plooy, Associate Director, Enablement on [phone] via email [e-mail]

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: [e-mail]

Closing date: 18 January 2026 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to beLooking Aheadwith you!

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